Chapter 261

Liam had been watching Wendy the entire time, his chest tightening with worry, only to ease once he saw her mood begin to lift. He answered softly, "Alright." Wendy's spirits were noticeably better during the drive home. When Liam parked the car, he turned toward her just as she reached to unbuckle her seatbelt. Upon noticing his gaze, Wendy paused and looked over. "What is it?" she asked, puzzled. Liam hesitated, something flickering in his eyes, but he just shook his head in the end. "Nothing." He stepped out of the car, and Wendy followed, curious. "You were about to say something." Before Liam could respond, a pair of glaring headlights hit them from across the lot. Wendy shielded her eyes. The parked car's door opened, and a figure stepped out. As the man walked closer, Wendy recognized who it was—James. Liam frowned. "Do you want to head upstairs?" Wendy shook her head. "You go ahead first." Since James kept showing up like this, it was clear he wasn't giving up anyt